How much does long-term care cost?

The national median monthly costs for long-term care are: Home Healthcare: $5,756/month; Adult Day Care: $1,959/month; Assisted Living: $5,079/month; Nursing Home: $10,984/month; Memory Care: $5,807/month (2025 data, adjusted for inflation). Use the LTC News Cost of Care Calculator at https://www.ltcnews.com/long-term-care/cost-of-care for costs in your area.

What is the national median cost of Home Healthcare?

The national median cost of Home Healthcare in 2025 is $5,756 per month ($68,527 annually). Use our Cost of Care Calculator at https://www.ltcnews.com/long-term-care/cost-of-care to find costs in your area.

What is the national median cost of Adult Day Care?

The national median cost of Adult Day Care in 2025 is $1,959 per month ($23,336 annually). Use our Cost of Care Calculator at https://www.ltcnews.com/long-term-care/cost-of-care to find costs in your area.

What is the national median cost of Assisted Living?

The national median cost of Assisted Living in 2025 is $5,079 per month ($60,470 annually). Use our Cost of Care Calculator at https://www.ltcnews.com/long-term-care/cost-of-care to find costs in your area.

What is the national median cost of Nursing Home?

The national median cost of Nursing Home in 2025 is $10,984 per month ($130,733 annually). Use our Cost of Care Calculator at https://www.ltcnews.com/long-term-care/cost-of-care to find costs in your area.

What is the national median cost of Memory Care?

The national median cost of Memory Care in 2025 is $5,807 per month ($68,544 annually). Use our Cost of Care Calculator at https://www.ltcnews.com/long-term-care/cost-of-care to find costs in your area.

Linda Maxwell

Journalist focusing on aging, health, and long-term care.

Linda Maxwell is a journalist who now focuses on writing about medical and health issues that affect older adults and their families. She is especially interested in aging, chronic illness, cognitive health, long-term care, caregiving, and the lifestyle challenges that can impact quality of life later in life. Through her writing, Linda aims to help readers better understand complex health topics while offering practical, compassionate insights on aging well and maintaining independence.

Explore Linda's latest contributions to LTC News.

August 2nd, 2026

How GLP-1 Drugs Like Ozempic Can Affect Your Health—and Your Long-Term Care Insurance Application

GLP1 medications including Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound all mimic a natural gut hormone that slows digestion and signals fullness to the brain. They can produce both health benefits and side effects and, in some cases, may influence LongTerm Care Insurance underwriting.

Linda Maxwell

Health

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From Balance to Mobility: Why Senior Foot Care and Podiatrists are More Important Than Ever

Foot problems can lead to dangerous falls, chronic pain, and loss of mobility, yet they are often ignored. Podiatrists are crucial in keeping seniors active by preventing and treating foot-related conditions before they become life-altering.

Linda Maxwell

Health

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Ingrown Toenails Pose Bigger Risks for Seniors: How to Prevent Pain and Infection

Ingrown toenails are more than a nuisance for older adults—they can lead to serious infections. Learn how caregivers and seniors can prevent complications through proper foot care and early treatment.

Linda Maxwell

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Traveling With Diabetes After 50: How to Stay Safe, Comfortable and Independent

Diabetes shouldn’t keep adults over 50 — or those traveling with them — from enjoying a trip. But changes in meals, activity levels, weather, and time zones can all affect blood sugar and medication schedules. A bit of planning can make travel safer, smoother and far less stressful for everyone involved.

Linda Maxwell

September 9th, 2026

Physician Retirement Checklist: 8 Things Doctors Should Do Before Leaving Practice

Doctors spend their careers caring for patients, but retiring from medicine also requires planning for their own future. Physicians should address several things before leaving practice, from transitioning long-time patients to preparing for retirement and long-term care.

Linda Maxwell

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Central Sensitization and Aging: When Chronic Pain Threatens Independence

Central sensitization refers to heightened responsiveness in the central nervous system that amplifies how the body processes pain. Chronic pain, injuries, and agerelated health conditions can all contribute to ongoing pain and disability. In some cases, pain continues even after an injury has healed.

Linda Maxwell

August 21st, 2026

Autoimmune and Inflammatory Conditions After 50: Many Head to Columbus to See a Rheumatologist

Autoimmune and inflammatory rheumatic conditions can affect mobility and independence; for those over 50, this can lead to dependency on others. Many people in Ohio and throughout the country go to Columbus to see recognized specialists, many connected to The Ohio State University.

Linda Maxwell

August 19th, 2026

Why Women's Health Changes After Menopause and the Screenings You Need

Menopause marks the end of reproductive years, but it also marks the beginning of a new phase of health that can last 30 years or more. Changes in estrogen levels affect bone strength, heart health, metabolism, sleep, and disease risk.

Linda Maxwell

Lifestyle

August 18th, 2026

Elegant Ways to Wear Diamonds When Struggling with Arthritis

Arthritis is common for those over age 50, especially when it comes to hands. Arthritis can complicate daily activities like putting on jewelry. However, with proper treatment and specially designed jewelry, we can manage arthritis and embrace our own style.

Linda Maxwell

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Linda Maxwell

Journalist focusing on aging, health, and long-term care.

Explore Linda's latest contributions to LTC News.

How GLP-1 Drugs Like Ozempic Can Affect Your Health—and Your Long-Term Care Insurance Application

From Balance to Mobility: Why Senior Foot Care and Podiatrists are More Important Than Ever

Ingrown Toenails Pose Bigger Risks for Seniors: How to Prevent Pain and Infection

Traveling With Diabetes After 50: How to Stay Safe, Comfortable and Independent

Physician Retirement Checklist: 8 Things Doctors Should Do Before Leaving Practice

Central Sensitization and Aging: When Chronic Pain Threatens Independence

Autoimmune and Inflammatory Conditions After 50: Many Head to Columbus to See a Rheumatologist

Why Women's Health Changes After Menopause and the Screenings You Need

Elegant Ways to Wear Diamonds When Struggling with Arthritis

Building a Supportive Community Committed to Better Care and Education